‘Mastiii 4’ Review: The Trio Returns for a Chaotic Comedic Escapade
Keywords: Mastiii 4, Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, adult comedy, box office, Bollywood franchise, Milap Zaveri
The much-anticipated fourth installment of the long-running adult comedy franchise, ‘Mastiii 4’, has hit the big screens, reuniting the iconic trio of Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, and Aftab Shivdasani almost a decade after their last outing. Directed by Milap Zaveri, the film attempts to recapture the chaotic energy and signature naughty humour that defined the series.
Released on Friday, November 21, the film faced a box office clash with the war drama 120 Bahadur. While the franchise brand value provided a decent initial draw, early performance and critical response suggest a mixed reception for the latest comedic venture.
🎠Plot: The ‘Love Visa’ and Reverse Masti
The story once again revolves around the perpetually bored and frustrated husbands—Amar (Riteish Deshmukh), Meet (Vivek Oberoi), and Prem (Aftab Shivdasani)—now stuck in joyless domestic routines in the UK. Seeking an escape from their marital monotony, they latch onto a bizarre concept called the ‘Love Visa’, an idea borrowed from their seemingly perfect friend, Kamraj (Arshad Warsi), which grants him a week of annual freedom.
However, the trio’s desperate scheme to inject excitement into their lives quickly spirals into confusion. The central twist of this installment is the concept of ‘Reverse Masti,’ where the friends become convinced that their wives (Elnaaz Norouzi, Shreya Sharma, and Ruhi Singh) are also engaging in their own extra-marital escapades. This suspicion fuels a fresh wave of misunderstandings and a humorous power struggle as both sides try to outwit each other, leading to a climax filled with farcical chaos.
📊 Box Office Performance and Franchise Comparison
‘Mastiii 4’ opened to a modest start at the domestic box office. The film collected ₹2.75 crore on its opening day (Friday) and maintained a similar figure on Saturday. Sunday saw a minor increase, bringing in ₹3 crore, culminating in an opening weekend collection of approximately ₹8.50 crore.
While this figure surpassed the opening weekends of the original Masti (2004) and Great Grand Masti (2016), it remains significantly behind the phenomenal success of the second installment, Grand Masti (2013), which holds the franchise’s record for the biggest opening.
| Film Title | Release Year | Opening Weekend (Approx.) |
| Grand Masti | 2013 | ₹40.18 crore |
| ‘Mastiii 4’ | 2025 | ₹8.50 crore |
| Great Grand Masti | 2016 | ₹8.30 crore |
| Masti | 2004 | ₹5.47 crore |
The initial momentum was challenged by the competition from 120 Bahadur, and subsequent weekday collections saw a noticeable drop, with Monday’s earnings dipping to approximately ₹1.50 crore. The film’s cumulative total after four days stood at around ₹10 crore. Trade experts suggest the film’s overall run may fall short of the previous entry’s final numbers, indicating an underwhelming response despite the franchise’s brand recall.
🌟 Cast Highlights and Critical Reception
The core strength of the franchise has always been the chemistry between the three leads. Riteish Deshmukh‘s portrayal of Amar is often cited in reviews as the most committed performance, managing to ground the absurd situations with his comedic timing. Aftab Shivdasani maintains his familiar energy, while Vivek Oberoi‘s performance has been described by some critics as occasionally over-the-top.
The film features an expanded supporting cast, including new additions like Ruhii Singh and Elnaaz Norouzi, alongside cameos from established actors such as Arshad Warsi (reprising his role as Kamraj) and Tusshar Kapoor.
However, the film’s reception has been sharply divided. While a segment of the audience, driven by nostalgia, found the adult jokes entertaining, many critics and viewers have labelled the humour as recycled, excessively crude, and reliant on low-brow gags. One widely cited review noted that the film “confuses sheer chaos for actual comedy,” struggling to deliver consistent laughs despite the relentless pace.
The film, rated ‘A’ (Adults Only) by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) after a few required edits to dialogue and scenes, has a final runtime of 144 minutes. Its box office run will be a key indicator of whether the market for this specific style of adult comedy has evolved or remains loyal to the original formula.